Austin-Travis County EMS 2023 Annual Report

safety program LOOKING OUT FOR OUR PEOPLE, SO THEY CAN LOOK OUT FOR YOURS

Programs and initiatives: • Respiratory Protection Program • Driver Safety Program •

The ATCEMS Safety Program is dedicated to providing a safe work environment for our employees. Our goal is to prevent injuries and accidents involving our employees and the citizens we serve, enhance the health and well-being of our personnel, and create a safe experience for our patients. The team also conducts safety reviews of fleet accidents, on-the-job injuries, near misses, and assaults on providers. Collaborated with our public safety partners to create a workgroup dedicated to addressing workplace violence and assaults on first responders. Updated and extended the ATCEMS Cadet Driver Training Program curriculum based on relevant data and employee feedback. This comprehensive, 4-day emergency vehicle operations course is provided to new employees during their Cadet Academy. • •

Injury and Illness Prevention

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Infection Control

Patient Safety

Facility Safety and Ergonomics

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Cleaning and disinfecting of fleet and facilities

Highlights:

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Continued conducting high level reviews of Incidents and Safety Concerns, identifying trends and patterns that guide strategic and operational planning. Performed a Health and Safety Audit for 100% of EMS Facilities. Through proactive efforts with Facilities and Command Staff, these audits continue to successfully provide a safe work environment and improve working conditions.

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Water Safety Awareness

+3,000

total numer of PPe items keeping our providers safe each day

29